Director of the Department of Nursing Science

Invitation to Apply

Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, Indiana, is pleased to invite applications for the position of Director of the Department of Nursing Science (DNS) and holder of the Marjorie A. Neuhoff Endowed Chair in Nursing. We seek an innovative and visionary leader to guide our fully accredited (CCNE) professional nursing programs at the undergraduate (BSN) and graduate (MSN and DNP) levels within a vibrant, mission-driven, and student-centered environment.

Position Overview

• 12-month position as the DNS's academic and administrative leader and chair.
• This role requires an individual eligible for a tenured appointment.
• The endowed chair position involves advancing the DNS through strategic initiatives, academic leadership and scholarly activities, mentorship and resource development, and institutional and community representation. This individual will work collaboratively with the program directors and chairs across campus departments.

Qualifications

• Possess or be eligible to obtain nursing licensure in Indiana
• Doctoral-level degree (PhD, EdD, or DNP) is required. APRN is preferred. If the doctoral degree is in a field other than nursing, a master’s degree in nursing is required. APRN candidates must have a board certification with current clinical practice experience
• Demonstrated experience or evidence in
• • nursing education at both undergraduate and graduate levels
  • leadership in academic settings
  • mentoring faculty, program development, implementing evidence-based teaching methods, and using the latest technology
  • scholarly contributions that meet the standards for a tenured appointment
• Commitment to:
• • the College’s mission and values, including diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice
  • commitment to advancing nursing education through advocacy and collaboration with healthcare clinical affiliates and community partners

Responsibilities

• See responsibilities on the application website linked below.

About Saint Mary’s College

Saint Mary’s College is a Catholic, liberal arts college. More information: careers.saintmarys.edu

For more information about the Department of Nursing Science at Saint Mary’s College, please visit: https://www.saintmarys.edu/academics/departments/nursing-science

How To Apply

To apply, please visit careers.saintmarys.edu and submit (1) a cover letter, (2) a CV, (3) a statement that demonstrates your understanding of the importance of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in academia including evidence of your current contributions and plans for advancing this work at Saint Mary’s College, and (4) a philosophy of teaching and leadership in nursing. (5) Three letters of recommendation, (6) Transcript of terminal degree

Saint Mary's College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In keeping with the College's mission, Saint Mary's is committed to increasing its diversity at all levels-students, faculty, and staff-and seeks applications from candidates who share this commitment.